Batavia Soldier Striving to Become ‘Elite of the Elite’

Ranger Training: Batavia soldier striving to become ‘elite of the elite’

Sgt. Zachary Gibson joined the U.S. Army in 2011 as a petroleum supply specialist. While proud to serve his country in any capacity, the Batavia native said he always felt the need to strive for more. “I always wanted to challenge myself,” said Gibson, 227th Composite Supply Company, 129th Division Sustainment Support Battalion, 101st Airborne Division Sustainment Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault).

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